Adam, after his last session at AIS, talks about covert stuttering, his therapy here, and the role of stuttering in his job as a litigation attorney.
We hope that you’re enjoying the warmer weather in Atlanta, Adam!
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Adam talks about covert stuttering and the stuttering therapy at AIS |
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Rashad speaks to his middle school class about intensive stuttering therapy |
AIS client Rashad gave a speech last year to his middle school class after completing an intensive program here. Not only was he happy to share the video with us, he shared it with YouTube! [video embedded below]
In the speech, Rashad does a wonderful job of both “clean stuttering” and using vocal fold management. Also, he dispels myths about the cause of stuttering and educates the students about this commonly misunderstood disorder. We’re so proud of you, Rashad!
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Happy Holidays from the American Institute for Stuttering! |
We wish you a happy, safe, and memorable holiday! Thanks for sticking around. More good stuff to come…
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It’s been a great 2009 for AIS board member Emily Blunt |
What a year it’s been for renowned British actress Emily Blunt. She can look back on 2009 and remember:
- starring in The Simpsons episode ‘Lisa the Drama Queen’
- the US releases of her films The Great Buck Howard and Sunshine Cleaning
- her nomination for a Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress for Sunshine Cleaning
- filming Gulliver’s Travels and The Adjustment Bureau
- her nominations for Best Actress awards by the British Independent Film Awards, Broadcast Film Critics Association, Satellite Awards, and Golden Globes for The Young Victoria
- being named British artist of the year by The British Academy of Film and Television/Los Angeles
Many of us would think that that’s quite enough for a year, but she’s not done. The Young Victoria releases in the US this Friday, December 18.
Of course, we haven’t forgotten about her being honored with the Freeing Voices, Changing Lives award at our 3rd Annual Benefit Gala! She graciously accepted the award and shared how her stuttering has challenged her over the years.
The gala had such a lasting effect on her that she decided to join our Board of Directors. We are thankful for all of her time and support and look forward to more in the future.
Congratulations, Emily, on this week’s Golden Globe nomination and all of your success in 2009! AIS is rooting for you in all that you do.
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Stuttering in children: Junior reports on the book ‘Sometimes I Just Stutter’ |
In 2008, Junior spoke at our 3rd Annual Benefit Gala. He has truly become a role-model for children who stutter. He even ran for student class president last month! Although he didn’t win, he is proud of himself for not letting his stuttering stop him. We are so proud of you, Junior!
In this video, Junior shares about a recent book he read. Sometimes I Just Stutter is a book about why some kids stutter, why some people don’t understand stuttering, and what to do about teasing. Thanks to Junior for continuing to be an AIS role model!
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